Pangar - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Pangar is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 5 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pangar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangar is 043966. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.09 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Pangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pangar
As per Census 2011, Pangar village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 143 males and 158 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 143 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 131 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 12 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Pangar
Pangar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pangar
Pangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Pangar is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pangar is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pangar
Where is Pangar located?
Pangar village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pangar?
Pangar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pangar?
The pincode of Pangar is 249001.
What is the population of Pangar?
Pangar has a total population of 301, including 143 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Pangar?
There are 64 households in Pangar.
What is the literacy rate in Pangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangar is 78.41%. Male literacy is 91.61% and female literacy is 66.46%.